by Sebdann Ingen Shinaig When Earth Mama asked me to write a guest post, I wasn’t sure how. Was I writing about delayed PPD? Was I writing about birth trauma? Was I writing about the emotional effect of an unplanned cesarean? And how could I possibly separate any one of those things from the others […]

Ever wonder what was in your foremother’s first aid kit? We imagine her with a full array of roots and berries, herbs and oils tucked into her trusty animal-skin pouch. What did she keep around for cave boo-boos: the odd singe from the cooking fire, skinned knees from outrunning woolly beasts, or a massive splinter […]

Just what causes a diaper rash? Is it yeast? Teething? Diet? Something in your diapers or diaper cream? Use this handy checklist to see what might be causing your little one’s rashy bum, and to find out what you can do about it! 1. Is baby clean? CHECK! Make sure the baby is clean! Sometimes […]

Words of wisdom – sometimes they come from a mama, a grandpa, a dear friend, or even your own heart. The Earth Mama community is filled with loving mamas who have wonderful words of wisdom about pregnancy, breastfeeding, babies and birth, so we’re turning to you for some adorable quotes. If we chose YOURS we’ll […]

Green choices galore! Cloth diapers, making your own green cleaners, pulling ivy, DIY cloth baby wipes, forgoing little plastic stir-sticks, there are so many ways to make a difference, and each person’s small change adds up to a whole lot of help. What do YOU do to keep things green? Tell us in the comments […]

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